Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 50 to 60 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: Will train

Work setting

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Various locations

Tasks

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Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Load and unload goods Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment Perform brake adjustments Perform emergency roadside repairs Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle Perform preventive maintenance Receive and relay information to central dispatch

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

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Accident or incident reports Bill of lading Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Maintenance and repair reports Trans-border documentation Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

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Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

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Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience

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International Long-haul National

Security and safety

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Valid passport Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test

Transportation/travel information

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Valid driver's licence Willing to travel cross-border Willing to travel for extended periods Willing to travel internationally

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Attention to detail Large workload Physically demanding Repetitive tasks

Personal suitability

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Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability * Team player